Hysteroscopy is non-invasive examination as well as therapeutic procedure for evaluating and treating abnormalities that are inside the cervix and uterus using a thin, lighted, flexible tube called a hysteroscope. Hysteroscope is inserted into the vagina to reach uterine cavity. In most of the cases, it is an outpatient procedure that involves no or just a local anaesthesia.

Hysteroscopy procedure: The procedure is quick and is generally performed under local anaesthesia in an outpatient setting. The hysteroscope is inserted through the vagina and cervix to reach uterus and view its anatomy and evaluate any pathology especially in cases of abnormal uterine bleeding, uterine fibroids or polyps or during an infertility work-up. This procedure not only allows accurate diagnosis of the disorder but also facilitates simultaneous treatment for smaller issues.

Advantages of Hysteroscopy

Procedure is performed without any cuts or stitches

Quick procedure

No incision is given as procedure is performed via vagina

None or minimal discomfort to the patient

Women go home the same day

Facilitates diagnosis as well as therapeutic treatment simultaneously of abnormality in the uterine cavity